It was an interesting day and moment.
One 16 minute speech set off water cooler and coffee pot conversations across the planet. That was no different for teachers. Called to be neutral in the majority of our dealings with coworkers and students, it's interesting to hear how everyone is trying to make sense of and break down now President Trump's first address as president. What was communicated? Was it effective? What should have been in the speech that wasn't? All good questions.
The students offer a slightly different perspective.
"Why are people protesting?" "What are people so afraid of?" "Is this normal?" "What is going to happen?" "Will everything be ok?"
Talking politics with kids is challenging and rewarding. Being truly vulnerable with your students and sharing a little honesty with them around your hopes, dreams, and fears can go a long way. You can explain what the protesters are feeling. That is important. Understanding each other is an important step in creating a unified country. We need that now more than ever.
What am I worried about? The future of education. I'm worried about our students. That's why I pay attention and stay active. Local engagement is going to continue to become more important going forward. Let's get involved and stay involved.
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The students offer a slightly different perspective.
"Why are people protesting?" "What are people so afraid of?" "Is this normal?" "What is going to happen?" "Will everything be ok?"
Talking politics with kids is challenging and rewarding. Being truly vulnerable with your students and sharing a little honesty with them around your hopes, dreams, and fears can go a long way. You can explain what the protesters are feeling. That is important. Understanding each other is an important step in creating a unified country. We need that now more than ever.
What am I worried about? The future of education. I'm worried about our students. That's why I pay attention and stay active. Local engagement is going to continue to become more important going forward. Let's get involved and stay involved.
Follow us on Facebook; Twitter; iTunes; Soundcloud; Stitcher
Related Articles:
Current Events in the Classroom - A Dallas Teacher Reflection
DISD and Dallas Education Rundown - January Week 1
Don't know what to do this weekend? Fun City Stuff Will Help
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